Migration counselling
Barcelona International Welcome Desk
Official Free
About this service
Barcelona City Council's service for international newcomers, students and professionals. Its website explains priority formalities (padró, NIE, TIE, health card, schools, transport) in English, and the Welcome Desk gives personal guidance by appointment.
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Sources
Last checked by our editors on 8 Oct 2026. Opening hours, appointments and fees change — please confirm on the official website before you go.
- Ajuntament de Barcelona – Barcelona International WelcomeOfficial sourceRegistration with the residents register (contact and Welcome Desk address)
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